SYDNEY – A single ticket has turned an ordinary Thursday night into a multimillion-dollar dream, scooping the entire $50 million Powerball jackpot in Draw 1539.
The life-altering win came after the numbers 22, 10, 6, 15, 2, 8, 7 were drawn, with the crucial Powerball 13 sealing the fortune. The odds of matching all seven main numbers plus the Powerball? A staggering 1 in 134,711,952 — making this victory one of the rarest in Australian lottery history.
The winning entry was registered to a player through The Lott, the official Australian home of Powerball, but the identity and location of the winner remain unknown as officials await the claim.
“This is the kind of win that changes family trees,” a spokesperson for The Lott said. “We’re urging everyone who played in Draw 1539 to check their tickets — you might be holding the golden one.”
While one player celebrates the division one prize, the night delivered joy across the board:
- Six Division 2 winners each pocketed $160,671.10
- 93 Division 3 winners claimed $12,820.95 each
Thousands more collected smaller prizes in lower divisions, with officials confirming prizes were distributed nationwide.
The $50 million jackpot had rolled over multiple times, building anticipation and ticket sales in the lead-up to Thursday’s draw. Powerball jackpots start at $3 million and climb when unclaimed, making $50 million draws a magnet for hopeful players.
Lottery officials reminded players that all prizes must be claimed within 12 months of the draw date. Winners of major prizes are offered financial counseling and anonymity options to help manage sudden wealth.
“Winning $50 million is exhilarating, but it’s also life-upending,” the spokesperson added. “We’re here to support the winner every step of the way.”
As the search begins for Australia’s newest multimillionaire, The Lott encourages players to sign their tickets and register them to a player card or online account to ensure instant notification and secure prize delivery.
The next Powerball draw offers a fresh $3 million jackpot — proof that while one dream has come true, another is always within reach.